Cop working on 16-hour shift gets HC relief over ‘nap’ on duty

A Karnataka High Court quashed the suspension of KKRTC constable Chandrashekar for taking a nap during a 16-hour shift, citing the right to sleep and leisure. Chandrashekar had worked two shifts daily for two months. The court criticized the KKRTC for imposing excessive work hours, recognizing international labor standards, and reinstated him with all benefits.

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AIIMS doctors successfully removed a 15 kg ‘parasitic twin’ from a 17-year-old boy from Unnao, UP. The complex surgery took 2 to 2.5 hours, involving multidisciplinary specialists. The boy, previously isolated and facing emotional difficulties, is recovering well, with prospects for a normal life.

In rare surgery, docs separate ‘parasitic twin’ from 17-year-old

AIIMS doctors successfully removed a 15 kg ‘parasitic twin’ from a 17-year-old boy from Unnao, UP. The complex surgery took 2 to 2.5 hours, involving multidisciplinary specialists. The boy, previously isolated and facing emotional difficulties, is recovering well, with prospects for a normal life.

Prayagraj hosted Maha Kumbh for 45 days, attracting over 64 crore pilgrims. The confluence ends with Maha Shivratri snan and a farewell at Kashi Vishwanath temple in Varanasi. Naga sadhus will offer prayers, and soon the temporary settlements will be dismantled.

Maha Kumbh ends today with Shivratri snan

Prayagraj hosted Maha Kumbh for 45 days, attracting over 64 crore pilgrims. The confluence ends with Maha Shivratri snan and a farewell at Kashi Vishwanath temple in Varanasi. Naga sadhus will offer prayers, and soon the temporary settlements will be dismantled.

The Sino-Indian relationship is poised for revitalization following the Modi-Xi meeting in Kazan and subsequent diplomatic engagements, including those by Ajit Doval and Vikram Misri. Crucial agreements on boundary issues and practical cooperation have been established, signaling a significant opportunity to enhance mutual trust and bilateral relations.

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The Sino-Indian relationship is poised for revitalization following the Modi-Xi meeting in Kazan and subsequent diplomatic engagements, including those by Ajit Doval and Vikram Misri. Crucial agreements on boundary issues and practical cooperation have been established, signaling a significant opportunity to enhance mutual trust and bilateral relations.

The Supreme Court has sentenced a man to life imprisonment based on the testimony of his seven-year-old daughter. The court highlighted that child witnesses hold the same credibility as others if reliable, and their testimonies should be evaluated with caution and care.

Supreme Court: No minimum age for witness; kid’s evidence valid

The Supreme Court has sentenced a man to life imprisonment based on the testimony of his seven-year-old daughter. The court highlighted that child witnesses hold the same credibility as others if reliable, and their testimonies should be evaluated with caution and care.

Affan, a 23-year-old from Venjaramoodu, allegedly murdered five individuals, including his grandmother and brother, possibly influenced by an unknown person. The motive remains unclear as Affan is under medical observation. Police are investigating his phone and social media interactions, and a forensic examination is underway to determine if drugs were involved. Affan confessed to the crimes at a police station.

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Affan, a 23-year-old from Venjaramoodu, allegedly murdered five individuals, including his grandmother and brother, possibly influenced by an unknown person. The motive remains unclear as Affan is under medical observation. Police are investigating his phone and social media interactions, and a forensic examination is underway to determine if drugs were involved. Affan confessed to the crimes at a police station.

The government aims to construct 10,000 km of national highways in 2025-26, marking the lowest target in seven years. This effort includes constructing 5,800 km of high-speed corridors. The plan also involves raising significant funds from highway project monetization and private investment while focusing on road safety and removing hazardous locations.

Govt sets target to build 10,000km of NH in FY26, lowest goal in last 7 years

The government aims to construct 10,000 km of national highways in 2025-26, marking the lowest target in seven years. This effort includes constructing 5,800 km of high-speed corridors. The plan also involves raising significant funds from highway project monetization and private investment while focusing on road safety and removing hazardous locations.

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The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams have reached the final section of the collapsed Srisailam Left Bank Canal tunnel, where eight workers have been trapped since February 22. Heavy water and slush continue to impede rescue efforts, but dewatering operations are ongoing in hopes of finding survivors.

Rescue teams reach tunnel’s collapsed roof’s final point

The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams have reached the final section of the collapsed Srisailam Left Bank Canal tunnel, where eight workers have been trapped since February 22. Heavy water and slush continue to impede rescue efforts, but dewatering operations are ongoing in hopes of finding survivors.

A truck driving on the wrong side of the Rajkot-Ahmedabad highway collided with a rickshaw, killing six family members and injuring one. The accident resulted in a severe traffic jam. Police are investigating and searching for the truck driver who fled the scene.

Truck driving on wrong side crushes rickshaw, six of family killed

A truck driving on the wrong side of the Rajkot-Ahmedabad highway collided with a rickshaw, killing six family members and injuring one. The accident resulted in a severe traffic jam. Police are investigating and searching for the truck driver who fled the scene.

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A 40-year-old homeopathy doctor from Meerut was sentenced to life imprisonment for murdering his wife, a government teacher, and disposing of her body in the Ganga in 2021. The victim had previously lodged harassment complaints, and the doctor later admitted to the crime during interrogation.

Government doctor gets life for killing wife for not bearing child

A 40-year-old homeopathy doctor from Meerut was sentenced to life imprisonment for murdering his wife, a government teacher, and disposing of her body in the Ganga in 2021. The victim had previously lodged harassment complaints, and the doctor later admitted to the crime during interrogation.

A special court in Mainpuri, Uttar Pradesh, sentenced three men to life imprisonment for setting an 18-year-old student on fire after she reported being gangraped. Despite sustaining 40% burns, the victim survived after prolonged treatment. The court found the accused guilty of attempting to murder her, imposing a fine of Rs 33,000 each, which will be given to the survivor.

Three get life term for setting BSc student on fire

A special court in Mainpuri, Uttar Pradesh, sentenced three men to life imprisonment for setting an 18-year-old student on fire after she reported being gangraped. Despite sustaining 40% burns, the victim survived after prolonged treatment. The court found the accused guilty of attempting to murder her, imposing a fine of Rs 33,000 each, which will be given to the survivor.

A Karnataka High Court quashed the suspension of KKRTC constable Chandrashekar for taking a nap during a 16-hour shift, citing the right to sleep and leisure. Chandrashekar had worked two shifts daily for two months. The court criticized the KKRTC for imposing excessive work hours, recognizing international labor standards, and reinstated him with all benefits.

Cop working on 16-hour shift gets HC relief over ‘nap’ on duty

A Karnataka High Court quashed the suspension of KKRTC constable Chandrashekar for taking a nap during a 16-hour shift, citing the right to sleep and leisure. Chandrashekar had worked two shifts daily for two months. The court criticized the KKRTC for imposing excessive work hours, recognizing international labor standards, and reinstated him with all benefits.

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The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has accused French engineering firm SYSTRA of deflecting from its own breaches following termination notices. MMRDA denies corruption allegations and is probing possible illegalities by SYSTRA concerning unauthorized access to Metro project sites and documents.

MMRDA warns of investigation into ‘possible breach of laws’ by Systra

The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has accused French engineering firm SYSTRA of deflecting from its own breaches following termination notices. MMRDA denies corruption allegations and is probing possible illegalities by SYSTRA concerning unauthorized access to Metro project sites and documents.